UG Diploma

In general, NIELIT Shimla considers a minimum percentile of 50% for general category students and 45% for SC/ST students for UG Diploma admissions. However, these are just guidelines, and the actual cutoff for a particular programme may vary.

Here are some factors that can affect the cutoff for a particular program:

• The number of applicants: If there are a large number of applicants for a program,  the cutoff will be higher.
• The popularity of the program: If a programme is very popular,  the cutoff will be higher.
• The overall performance of applicants: If the applicants this year are generally stronger than in previous years,  the cutoff will be higher.

With a 56 percentile, you have a chance of getting admission to NIELIT Shimla, UG Diploma, but it is not guaranteed. You may want to consider applying for a less popular programme or a programme that has a lower cutoff in the past.

The eligibility criteria for UG Diploma programs at the National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT) Shimla varies depending on the specific program. However, there are some general requirements that all applicants must meet.

Educational Qualification

• Applicants must have passed their 12th board examinations from a recognised board or university with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate.
• For SC/ST students,  the minimum percentage requirement is 45%.
• In some cases,  NIELIT Shimla may also consider applicants who have passed their 10th board examinations with a minimum of 60% marks in aggregate and have completed a one-year Diploma course in a relevant field from a recognised institution.

Age Limit

• Applicants must be between the ages of 17 and 22 years as on July 1 of the year of admission.

The National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT) offers a variety of scholarships for UG Diploma students. These scholarships are based on merit, need, and other factors. Here are some of the top scholarships for UG Diploma at NIELIT:

Merit-Based Scholarships

• NIELIT Merit Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to students who have achieved a high level of academic performance in their previous studies. The scholarship amount varies depending on the student's merit and the specific NIELIT campus.

• Shradha Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to female students who have a strong academic record and a demonstrated commitment to pursuing a career in electronics and information technology. The scholarship amount is Rs. 10,000/- per year.

• Deen Dayal Upadhyay Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds who are pursuing a UG Diploma in Electronics and Information Technology. The scholarship amount is Rs. 5,000/- per year.

Need-Based Scholarships

• Post Matric Scholarship Scheme: This scholarship is awarded to students from Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) who are pursuing a UG Diploma in Electronics and Information Technology. The scholarship amount varies depending on the student's income and educational level.

• Central Sector Scholarship Scheme: This scholarship is awarded to students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds who are pursuing a UG Diploma in Electronics and Information Technology. The scholarship amount varies depending on the student's income and educational level.

• National Scholarship Scheme for Persons with Disabilities (NSSR-PD): This scholarship is awarded to students with disabilities who are pursuing a UG Diploma in Electronics and Information Technology. The scholarship amount varies depending on the student's disability and educational level.

Other Scholarships

• Mukhyamantri Yuba Yogayog Yojana: This scholarship is awarded to students from the state of Madhya Pradesh who are pursuing a UG Diploma in Electronics and Information Technology. The scholarship amount is Rs. 12,000/- per year.

• RISE Worldwide 2022 Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to students from developing countries who are pursuing a UG Diploma in Electronics and Information Technology. The scholarship amount covers the full cost of tuition and fees